Stretch marks, also called striae distensae or striae gravidarum, look like indented streaks in your skin. They may be red, purple, or silver in appearance. Stretch marks most often appear on the: ...

Stretch marks (striae gravidarum) are indented streaks on the skin that commonly develop during pregnancy. They occur when the skin expands rapidly, causing small tears. When these tears heal, stretch ...

1. Stretch Marks. Stretch marks, or striae gravidarum, are among the most common skin concerns for pregnant women. “These marks typically appear as pink, red, or purple streaks on areas prone to ...

Striae gravidarum: This type of stretch mark, which is the most visible on the lower abdomen and sometimes the hip, has a red-purple hue and develops during pregnancy.

S tretch marks or striae are common benign skin lesions that can impact one’s self-confidence, especially if they appear on exposed body parts. It is common among both men and women and can be ...

Farahnik B et al (2016) Striae gravidarum: risk factors, prevention, and management. International Journal of Women’s Dermatology; 3:2, 77-85. Favero V et al (2021) Pregnancy and dentistry: a ...

This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of skin appearance, striae gravidarum severity, and ultrasonographic “sliding sign” in predicting preoperative adhesions before repeat cesarean section ...

SUMMARY. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of skin appearance, striae gravidarum severity, and ultrasonographic “sliding sign” in predicting preoperative adhesions before ...

“Stretch marks (striae gravidarum) occur in 50 - 90 per cent of pregnant women and can look different on everyone. They can be red, pink, brown, black, ...